Graduates with this degree are employed in a range of jobs 鈥 see some examples below.
Note: Some of the jobs listed may require postgraduate study. See the 鈥楩urther study鈥 section.
Interpreter
- Translates spoken language from one language to another, often simultaneously
- Keeps abreast of up-to-date meaning of words
- Researches specialist topics, travels with groups and presents to different audiences
Translator
- Conveys the content of the source text into the target language
- Researches terminology or technical words and language trends
- Often works collaboratively as part of a team of translators
Teacher of English for speakers of other languages (TESOL)
- Assesses a student's reading, writing, speaking and listening skills and needs
- Designs and prepares learning materials
- Presents lessons, including on local knowledge and skills for coping in a new place
Policy analyst / advisor
- Identifies and investigates issues and opportunities eg, in society, law or governance
- Interprets and consults on existing policies
- Prepares reports and recommends changes
Tourism marketing officer
- Researches consumer market and interests
- Manages customer networks and relationships
- Creates and maintains corporate brands and advertising media
Language officer / consultant
- Outlines the sounds, words, structure, and vocabulary of a language spoken for organisational purposes
- Leads engagement and information sessions
- Translates and interprets
Immigration officer / migration consultant
- Understands immigration instructions
- Assesses client eligibility for visas
- Helps navigate migration processes for individuals or organisations
- Writes submissions and files applications
Research specialist / analyst
- Organises and conducts research
- Develops and tests theories, interprets results
- Writes reports, makes recommendations and publishes research
Secondary school teacher
- Plans and delivers instructional lessons
- Evaluates performance and provides feedback
- Sets and marks assignments and tests
Import / export broker
- Assists with marketing and sales activities
- Investigates overseas demand for goods
- Builds networks and customer relationships
Entrepreneur and CEO
- Develops an idea, product or service
- Offers services as a freelancer/consultant
Get started with Entrepreneurship here.